1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 964 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Oxford | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Morris | Chrysler |
Model | Oxford | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |